Sew in Style: 22 Projects for 18” Dolls • Build Your Sewing Skills

I can't begin to explain how much I love this book. I am a sewing teacher and have offered this as a curriculum choice for the first time to my students as young as 8. My daughter and another student chose this book to sew for their dolls. The patterns are accurate, as least for my daughter's AGDs and her friend's 18" dolls so far. The instructions are clear, and concise as are the prep and tips at the beginning. The picture tutorial method of explaining steps really enables young children to self check when they are learning. The designs are easy to modify with trims, decorative stitches, and fabric choice, which just makes the process of sewing that much more fun! Since I also sew with my daughter away from class, I have also sewn some of the designs along with some of Erin's designs in Doll Days. Each one has been a frustration free delight. My daughter has improved in her skill just from the few projects she has made from this book. And I love how the designs model the type of modesty I have taught my daughter in dress. For the variety of patterns offered, and the number of them, the price is phenomenal! We have made 7 of them so far, and each has been less fabric than a fat quarter. Since this book isn't getting into intermediate and advance finishes/closures, after fabric, you need thread, touch tape and elastic, along with the usual sewing kit (which Erin clearly outlines in the beginning of thr book). For the budget conscious 18" doll lover, this book is a must have. When doll clothes cost more than people clothes, it's worth it to learn how to sew your own!

I have been so impressed by this book! I learned to sew clothing from my mom and grandma. My 8 year old wanted to learn, and a friend recommended this book. Not only are the patterns cute and simple enough for a beginning seamstress, the instructions are so quality! This book actually teaches you how to sew garments rather than just providing patterns. It will be easy to transition from sewing doll clothes to sewing people clothes because the author did an amazing job using the doll clothes as a vehicle for teaching so many of the skills you need to sew garments.

Such a great way for kids to learn to sew. Covers everything you need to know plus includes cute patterns.

This book is awesome for kids as well as adults beginning to learn to sew. It has clear photos & easy to understand instructions unlike other patterns I've purchased. I like how there are different "levels". You can choose something easy or a bit more challenging. The patterns included will take your doll from morning to night. There are even some cute accessories! I like that the patterns are only printed on one side of the paper. It was easy enough for a 2 10 yr olds to do with a little help. One had never used a sewing machine before & her skirt came out just as adorable. Considering that printable patterns are $3.99 & up from most sources, this book is also a great value. I highly recommend purchasing this book for the special AG fan in your life, whether they are young or a little older. There are lots of great pieces with lots of customizing potential!

Great book. Thank you.

I have two grands, ages 8 and 10 that have been hand sewing with me for years. They both now have American Girl Dolls, and during their summer visit, I will teach them how to make clothing for them. I ordered this book, originally for me, to get the patterns mostly - but this book is written for younger folks explaining sewing by hand, and machine, how patterns work, grain, etc., So this is awesome as they will be able to read for themselves and work along with the patterns.

This is a Christmas gift, so it hasn't been used yet. It is a nice book, and I hope an 8 year old will find it easy enough to follow!

I bought this book to give myself practice with following patterns and learning how to use my sewing machine. I've only been sewing for a few weeks now so I'm still in the beginner stage but this book has helped me learn a lot, such as how to follow patterns, how to use zigzag stitch, when needles need to be changed if you're using a different fabric, and many more. I have an American Girl doll that's been sitting in my closet since I felt that I was too old to play with dolls but I'm happy to be making little pants and shirts to dress it in. It's very rewarding seeing results of my work and the clothes are very cute. So far I've made some pants and a long sleeve shirt, I ironed on a felt patch and it looks great. I'm very glad I bought this book!

Patterns have a indication of difficulty level. My 7 yr old can easily do the easy patterns. We bought tracing paper to copy so as to save the actual patterns. Thorough explanations and helpful hints for using with a sewing machine. Great book. My daughter loves making her dolls clothes xx

Estaba deseando recibirla. Muy contenta con el contenido. Muy bien explicado los patrones de las muñecas.

The patterns were very easy to follow with lots of step-by-step pictures. The introduction gives a very good overview of basic machine sewing and equipment needed. They show you how to size the clothes so it will ft American Girls, Journey, Our Generation, dolls, and others 18" dolls. I have to do the cutting for my 9 year old but she is able to sew any of the straight seams on the machine herself (with supervision). I fill in where she cannot do it. We made the sleeping bag and she did about 75% of it and then I did the two-piece camisole/short PJ's while she watched. The PJ's came out exactly as shown and she was thrilled. We'll do more patterns in the future. One downside is there isn't a lot of variety (mostly summery clothes) and no shoe/boot patterns. I would like to make some different long sleeve tops and a coat and there is nothing like that, so please write a sequel to this book! One pet peeve I have is that they do not give a single page listing of all the things you can make in this book. The table of contents only gives the name of the chapter and then you have to flip through to that chapter page to recall what patterns there are. However this is very common in all pattern books and not just this one. It would have been nice if it had a spiral binding and could lie flat on the table.

Je constate de plus en plus que les livres de couture de vêtements pour poupées en provenance des USA, sont vraiment très bien conçus (photos, mise en page, explications, etc), par rapport à eux proposer en France. Je recommande ce livre aux couturières même débutantes pour créer des vêtements sympas pour poupées de 45 cm (un peu "costaudes"), comme les Journey Girls disponibles en France, ce que ne sont pas les American Girls à qui ce livre est destiné.

Idea creativa per fare tanti vestitini ! Il libro è' in inglese ma facilmente comprensibile . A mia figlia è' piaciuto tanto ed anche a me Soddisfatta!!